Mega events lined up for DWTC

Covering key sectors that include healthcare, transportation, legal and technology, these events are expected to attract approximately 70,000 industry leaders and visitors, reaffirming Dubai’s position as the leading gateway for business tourism in the region.

Most recently, the centre supported Dubai in its successful bid to host the World Heart Foundation’s (WHF) next World Congress of Cardiology. This is the first time in WHF’s history that this global congress will be held in this region.

“The robust market outlook of the exhibitions, congresses and events sector continues to drive economic growth into the region, with many world-renowned associations looking to increase their exposure in sustained-growth markets like Dubai,” DWTC Chief Executive Officer Helal Saeed Almarri said.

The Human Genome Organisation will convene its 15^th annual Human Genome Meeting at the DWTC in March 2011, with a main focus on genomics and hereditable disorders. Next year, DWTC will also host Microsoft TechEd, the premier technical education and networking event for technology professionals interested in learning, connecting and exploring a broad set of current and soon-to-be-released Microsoft technologies, tools, platforms and services.

“We have invested in state-of-the-art infrastructure and world-class services to support and fuel this growth, and we remain committed to providing the ideal global networking platform to host these prestigious international events,” Almarri said.

The centre has already hosted major healthcare shows during 2010, including The UAE International Dental Conference and Exhibition, Arab Children Health Congress, NYSORA World Anaesthesia Congress, the Dubai International Rehabilitation Forum, and others. It will also be hosting the World Hospital Congress in March 2011.

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